Paphos Archaeological Park

This is undoubtedly one of the most important attractions on the island—it's no wonder it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in Cyprus—along with the painted churches in the Troodos mountains and the Neolithic settlement of Choirokoitia.

• Kato Paphos Archaeological Park
• Objects inside the Paphos Park
• Park opening hours
• Entrance fees
• How to get there

Kato Paphos Archaeological Park

Paphos has been inhabited since the Neolithic era and was also a cultural center even before the Hellenistic period. The remains of villas, palaces, theaters, fortresses, and tombs represent exceptional architectural and historical value, and the mosaics of the complex are among the most beautiful in the world. The park, where excavations are still ongoing, is located in the area of Nea Paphos.

The Paphos Archaeological Park was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1980 for its outstanding mosaics and ancient remains, as well as its overall historical significance.

Nea Paphos was probably built by Nikokles, the last king of Paphos, at the end of the 4th century BC. By the beginning of the 2nd century BC, it had become the island's capital, replacing Salamis during the Hellenistic era under the Ptolemies.

Objects inside the Paphos Park

Among the most significant remains discovered to date are four large and carefully designed Roman villas: the House of Dionysus, the House of Aion, the House of Theseus, and the House of Orpheus, all with well-preserved mosaic floors, especially the mosaic in the House of Orpheus. Additionally, excavations have revealed an agora, an Asclepion, a basilica, an Odeon, a Hellenistic-Roman theater, and a necropolis known as the "Tombs of the Kings".

Paphos Archaeological Park opening hours

• April 16 — September 15: daily from 08:30 to 19:30
• September 16 — April 15: daily from 08:30 to 17:00
• closed on Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday

Entrance fees to Paphos Archaeological Park

• General ticket: €4.50
• Additional ticket to the Tomb of the Kings: €2.50
• 20% discount for groups of 10 or more people

Comprehensive tickets to all museums of the Department of Antiquities are also available: €8.50 for one day, €17.00 for three days, €25.00 for a week.

Also read: how to save on museum tickets in Cyprus

How to get there

The archaeological park occupies a fairly large area and is located in the eponymous district of the city, which is called Kato Paphos. The exact location is on the map below the text.

By public transport, you need to go to the Kato Paphos Main Bus Station. These are buses 606, 610, 611, and 631.

By car, drive to the roundabout near the Promenade. There will be a large parking lot near the entrance to the archaeological park where you can leave your vehicle.

• Coordinates of the parking lot near the Paphos Archaeological Park

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